We are also the lead coalition agency of the Salt Lake County chapter of Safe Kids Worldwide. Safe Kids Salt Lake County keeps kids safe by implementing evidence-based programs that help parents and caregivers prevent childhood injuries.

Guest professionals visit the class each week to address different aspects of fall prevention. A physical therapist talks about the importance of exercise; a vision expert talks about the necessity of regular eye check-ups; a pharmacist addresses the risk of medication interactions and a home safety expert gives tips about keeping the home safe.

An eighth, follow-up session is held several weeks after the series, to assess participant progress.

For more information, or to enroll in an upcoming class, call 385-468-5268.

Teen Driving Safety

Motor vehicle traffic crashes are the leading cause of death for teens nationwide. Teen drivers represented 8% of the licensed drivers in Utah, yet they were involved in a disproportionate percent of crashes: 26% of all motor vehicle crashes and 18% of all fatal crashes.

The health department offers resources for interactive and educational traffic safety programs for high schools in Salt Lake County. We collaborate with the Utah Highway Patrol’s Adopt-A-High School program.

To find out more about the activities and materials we offer, call 385-468-5265.

We are also the lead coalition agency of the Salt Lake County chapter of Safe Kids Worldwide. Safe Kids Salt Lake County keeps kids safe by implementing evidence-based programs that help parents and caregivers prevent childhood injuries.

Guest professionals visit the class each week to address different aspects of fall prevention. A physical therapist talks about the importance of exercise; a vision expert talks about the necessity of regular eye check-ups; a pharmacist addresses the risk of medication interactions and a home safety expert gives tips about keeping the home safe.

An eighth, follow-up session is held several weeks after the series, to assess participant progress.

For more information, or to enroll in an upcoming class, call 385-468-5268.

Teen Driving Safety

Motor vehicle traffic crashes are the leading cause of death for teens nationwide. Teen drivers represented 8% of the licensed drivers in Utah, yet they were involved in a disproportionate percent of crashes: 26% of all motor vehicle crashes and 18% of all fatal crashes.

The health department offers resources for interactive and educational traffic safety programs for high schools in Salt Lake County. We collaborate with the Utah Highway Patrol’s Adopt-A-High School program.

To find out more about the activities and materials we offer, call 385-468-5265.